When it comes to the NFL draft, good teams tend to prioritize their biggest future needs early on. A quick refresh on the Lions’ recent draft history under Holmes:In 2023, Holmes selected Jahmyr Gibbs with the 12th overall pick. In 2025, I don’t think anyone expected the Lions to draft an interior defensive lineman as high as they did. Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee – The Lions play a ton of press-man, and that is where McCoy has thrived the most. Regardless, the Lions need to be prepared if he is in their range.

Source: New York Times April 11, 2026 13:42 UTC